How to Watch KRIV (FOX 26) Live Without Cable in 2025 - Your Top 5 Options
Flixed Team • August 18, 2025
Watch Local Channels Free in Houston
You can watch KRIV (FOX affiliate) for free by tuning into Channel 26 on your antenna for the live broadcast.
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Stream Local Channels in Houston
You can stream KRIV (FOX affiliate) with DirecTV Stream, fuboTV, Hulu with Live TV, Sling TV and YouTube TV.
If you’re looking for a well-rounded streaming service with local channels in Houston, then we recommend DirecTV Stream for watching KRIV (FOX 26) and 90+ channels including ESPN, Fox Sports, NFL Network and more.
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Alternatively, if you're looking for the cheapest option for watching KRIV then Sling TV is your best bet. Additionally, Sling TV offers 29-44 other national and local channels including CNN, BBC America, Food Network, TBS and more
Local Channels in Houston
Including KRIV, DirecTV Stream offers 3 local channels with networks including FOX, The CW, and CBS if you're streaming from Houston.
In comparison, Sling TV offers 1 local channel.
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Upcoming Live Sports
Regional Sports Networks
If you're looking for a service with regional sports in Houston, then fuboTV has you covered.
ATT Sportsnet Southwest is only available via fuboTV. direct, hulu, sling, and youtube do not offer regional sports in their catalogue.
Supported Devices
You can stream KRIV on your Roku, Chromecast, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Android/iOS devices, and web browser (since they're all supported by Hulu with Live TV, fuboTV, Sling TV, and YouTube TV).
If you want to find out more about device support across streaming providers, be sure to check out our detailed articles:
- Hulu with Live TV Device Support
- FuboTV Device Support
- Sling TV Device Support
- YouTube TV Device Support
We also have more information about devices (and how to pick them) here.
Interested in other local channels? Check out our directory to find out how to stream your favorites.
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